Meeting and Event Space

Looking for meeting or event space for conventions, meetings, and trade shows? Find out more about space available in architecturally significant and historic federally owned buildings in the Washington, DC area by following this link:

For larger venues, please see the list below and click embedded links for relative point of contact information.

Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium

An event at one of the very finest classical buildings in America is sure to impress. Located on Constitution Avenue, between 12th and 14th Streets, NW, the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium is within walking distance of the White House. Learn more about hosting events at the breathtaking Andrew Mellon Auditorium (a non- government website).

Due to the historic nature of the building, overall capacity of the entire building is limited to 1,000 guests, and the maximum capacity information for each space may vary due to room setup:

the gilded auditorium with 65 foot ceilings can accommodate up to 1,000 guests,

the Center Green room trimmed in gold can accommodate up to 225 guests, and

the East and West Green rooms can accommodate up to 50 and 72 guests, respectively.

Impressive Italian Renaissance design, a central fountain and eight colossal Corinthian columns has made the Great Hall a sought-after spot for gala events, including many Presidential Inaugural Balls, from 1885 to the present day.

Three adjoining courts that make up the Great Hall may be used individually or together, accommodating dinners and receptions for groups of 200 to 2,000.

The Museum occupies one of Washington's most spectacular structures, designed in 1881 by civil engineer and U.S. Army General Montgomery C. Meigs and completed in 1887. Originally known as the Pension Bureau Building, it is widely recognized as a marvel of engineering.